How many people have the last name Nate? In 2010, the U.S. Census Bureau surveyed 544 people with the last name Nate. How likely are you to meet someone with the last name of Nate? Chances are, most people haven't met someone with Nate as their last name since less than 1 person in 556k people have that last name.
The price of a companion quality Westie puppy varies significantly depending on where you live. The cost averages less than $100 per year which is not a lot compared to the annual maintenance cost of a dog. Westies have small litters (average is 3.5 puppies per litter). Stud fees, shipping, pre-breeding tests, veterinary expenses, occasional Caesarian sections, vaccinations, feeding, and toys are all costly.
Regional Price Differences. The price of particular purebreds will vary depending on where in the country you buy one. A reputable breeder in the Northwest will charge from $500 to 800 where in the Northeast a Papillon puppy may be as much as $1500. Sometimes price is not determined by how good a breeder is but how the market is in a specific location.